one of our family friends has a motorcycle (hes 25) and has asked if my daughter (age 17) is she would want to be picked up from school on it. she really wants to go...should i let her?
2007-01-07 11:53:30 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Parenting
Safety. The only way I'd let her ride on a bike is with proper protective gear (helmet, boots, riding pants, and a riding jacket). A simple fall at slow speeds (20-30 mph) can cause severe road rash without protective gear. Closed face helmet is even better. Make sure your daughter is allowed to tell the driver how fast or slow he should go. Often, riders like to "thrill" there passengers. Let him know that it's not acceptable, and if your daughter says "slow down" it means to slow down. As far as statistics. Intersections are the most dangerous place on a bike. Second place statistics for crashes include the following, alcohol of any amount, no motorcycle license, no motorcycle safety foundation course, less than 500 miles experience, less than 12 months experience. If your family friend has a license, has taken an MSF course, has driven more than 500 miles or over a year and doesn't drink "any" alcohol before riding, then he's placed himself out of 50% of the accidents on bikes. Minimizing routes through intersections, avoid gravel, drive in good weather, and wear protective gear and odds are that everything will be fine. Just make sure SHE'S in charge of speed.
Without your blessing, she's likely to do it behind your back, whereas with your consent, you're likely to have some of your wishes heard.
I am a daily motorcycle rider and will be happy to answer any questions via my profile. I have an 8 year old daughter and should that day come for me for her to ask that question, I'll be asking/telling him what's required. However, I hope to have my daughter skilled on a bike so that she already knows what's safe.
Hope it brings you all closer together and doesn't cause any problems! Motorcycles can truly be a joy of living, especially if you can minimize the statistics.
2007-01-08 07:14:02 · answer #1 · answered by Doob_age 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He's 25 and she's 17. I would be worried about the age difference first. And while I'm at it, the answer is no. Do not let her ride on the motorcycle. Does he have a helmet for her? Is he a licensed driver? Has it been suspended before for speeding? Insurance? Hello out there! Are you even thinking? Look, as a former paramedic I have been to motorcycle accidents before and when two people are on it, the handling of a motorcycle changes dramatically. If he accelerates too quickly, the front wheel will pop up sending her crashing to the ground. If he takes a turn too fast, the rear wheel will slip sending them both crashing even if the ground is dry. What I am saying is that the balance of the motorcycle will completely shift when there are two people on board. At age 25, it's not likely he's a professional motorcycle rider even if he thinks he is. My own parents were almost killed when a non-english speaking, no lisenced, non-insured individual crashed into them. The only thing that saved their lives were the helmets. Both of them to this day, still feel the pain. Think harder about this. And while I'm at it, why are you asking everyone if you should? You should have already known the answer to this question. Get a grip!
2007-01-07 20:04:48 · answer #2 · answered by The Eagle Keeper 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Only if this person is totally trustworthy, has a good driving record, both wear helmets, and you know nothing weird is going on (drugs, sex, racing, etc.). If you think this person is responsible enough to take care of your most prized possession (your daughter), then sure. If you have any doubts what so ever, I would say no. Only you know those answers and only you can make the decision. Remember if you say no and she doesn't listen, you need to be the parent and lay down the law. Good luck!
2007-01-07 19:58:53 · answer #3 · answered by Michaela 4120 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I would let her go if the driver has a safe driving record, they wear helmets, etc. Also, she'll have to have the right clothes. Boot cut jeans and a leather jacket are good. Not for the look, lol. If there is a minor accident she won't get too cut up wearing leather.
2007-01-07 20:05:33 · answer #4 · answered by diaryofadonor 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
NO!! Insurance rates are high for motorcycles for a reason- they get into a lot of accidents.
2007-01-07 19:56:29 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
Is she responsible? Has she ever lied to you? Think carefully about this because this ride may go in to directions...good...or...bad...
Hope this helped:)
2007-01-07 19:57:35 · answer #6 · answered by CrazyGirlinaMessedUpWorld 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Motorcycles are extremely dangerous.I wouldn't let her go.......Are you sure they are just friends?
2007-01-07 20:02:27 · answer #7 · answered by Direktor 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yea let her have fun, she is only a teenager for a little while
2007-01-07 20:18:32 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
HI, THE ANSWER SHOULD BE YES. BUT I WOULD HAVE TO SAY (NO). ANY THING CAN HAPPEN LIKE A DRIVER HITS THEM.
2007-01-07 20:05:58 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
yeah she only young and only lives onces and plus it will make her look way cool
2007-01-07 19:55:58 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋